Well, diecast fans, it looks like Hot Wheels is at it again, shaking things up with a whole new tier of collectibles! Earlier this year the Silver Series, hitting that sweet spot between their mainline and what used to be their premium lines (now dubbed “Gold Series”) was announced. For their next set in the Silver Series, they’re celebrating Hot Wheels 75 years of Peanuts with a series of character-themed cars.
The Lineup
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#1 Volkswagen Beetle: This isn’t your grandpa’s Beetle! It’s ‘Tooned up with a giant engine hanging out the back, matte black paint, and those classic black C5 wheels with red rims. Joe Cool (Snoopy) is along for the ride on the side, and the card art features Snoopy and Woodstock. Always loved the ‘Tooned versions Hot Wheels does. They really capture the fun of the brand.
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#2 1985 Honda CR-X: A blast from the 80s! This one’s decked out in metalflake blue with black P4 wheels and yellow rims. The graphics are sharp, with Snoopy launching a football to Woodstock. On the card art we’ve got good ol’ Charlie Brown and Lucy – hopefully she doesn’t pull the football away at the last second! The CR-X was a super popular car back in the day, known for being sporty and fuel-efficient. I wouldn’t mind having a real one in my garage!
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#3 Super Gnat: This little red speedster is ready to take the mound with Charlie Brown, Linus, and Lucy in full baseball gear, both on the car and the card art. It’s sporting black Star-5 wheels with yellow rims. The Super Gnat is a Hot Wheels original design, first appearing in 2004. It’s had a ton of variations over the years, but this one’s definitely unique!
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#4 Bully Goat: Yellow with those shiny chrome MM5 wheels, this Bully Goat is ready to rumble! It’s got a whole gang of Peanuts characters on it and the card art. The Bully Goat casting debuted in 2004 as a vision of a futuristic Pontiac GTO and has seen some cool decos.
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#5 60s Fiat 500D Modificado: Peppermint Patty and Marcie are cruising in style in this white Fiat 500D with red 5-spoke wheels. This casting has been around since 2017 and it’s always a hit. The classic lines of the Fiat with the Peanuts characters is a winning combination!
The Silver (and Gold) Standard?
Now, about this Silver Series… it’s priced a bit higher than mainline, starting at $2.97. But it seems like you’re getting a bit more for your money – maybe some nicer decos, more detailed wheels, and usually metal bases. And then there’s the Gold Series, which is basically the old premium lines with a new name. Those will set you back $5.99 or more. It’ll be interesting to see how this tiered system plays out and what kind of value collectors find in the Silver Series.
My Two Cents
Personally, I’m digging this Hot Wheels 75 Years of Peanuts series. The cars are cool, the character tie-ins are fun, and it’s a nice nod to a classic. As for the Silver Series in general, I’m cautiously optimistic. If Hot Wheels keeps the quality up and the designs interesting, I think it could be a real winner.
Hot Wheels has done a variety of Peanuts cars over the years in Mainlines, Premiums, and everything in between. See if Ebay has just the Peanuts Hot Wheels you are looking for!
What do you think, collectors? Are you excited about the Silver Series? Which car is your favorite? Let me know in the comments!